Optimal inspection processes and procedures to inspect stormwater ponds and culverts

The 407 ETR Concession Company Limited (407 Co) owns, operates, and manages the 407 electronic toll road (407 ETR), a privately operated toll highway and is a recognized leader in providing innovative transportation solutions in Ontario. The 108 km highway extends east to west across the northern portion of the Greater Toronto Area and has 41 interchanges and connects with 9 major highways. The highway is a critical infrastructure asset, designed to reduce traffic congestion and provide a seamless driving experience for millions of users annually. The 407 Co wants to institute inspection procedures that leverage emerging remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) and autonomous boat technologies. Together, Mohawk College’s Unmanned and Remote Sensing Innovation Centre (URSIC) and 407 Co, will collaborate to test, validate and develop the optimal processes and procedures as to how to best inspect stormwater ponds and culverts. In this project, a Mitacs Intern at Mohawk College will support on-site data collection, complete data processing across multiple platforms, and support the applied research of new processes and procedures.

Faculty Supervisor:

Matthew Shelley

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Partner:

407 ETR

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology

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